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Job requirements
Essential
23 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Experience
Experience in data analysis and report writing
- Experience
experience in using Microsoft Excel for analysis of data
- Experience
Experience in using SQL (for example T-SQL) for data extraction and manipulation
- Experience
Experience of using Microsoft Power BI or equivalent data visualisation skills
- Experience
Experience of investigating and resolving data quality issues
- Experience
Experience of working within a team
- Experience
Experience of applying data quality and data governance approaches
- Skills / Competencies
Ability to interpret data and identify trends
- Skills / Competencies
Knowledge of data analysis and reporting and ability to learn new data technologies
- Skills / Competencies
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Skills / Competencies
Self-motivated and proactive
- Skills / Competencies
Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Skills / Competencies
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data handling and reporting
- Skills / Competencies
Strong planning and prioritisation skills
- Skills / Competencies
Problem-solving and analytical ability
- Skills / Competencies
Effective communication at all levels, both internally and externally
- Skills / Competencies
Ability to quickly learn and implement new systems and processes
- Skills / Competencies
Enthusiastic and positive approach to work
- Values and Behaviours
Working together – demonstrate collaborative and inclusive working and challenge behaviour that is not inclusive or acceptable
- Qualification and Knowledge
Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
- Qualification and Knowledge
Evidence of continuing professional development
- Qualification and Knowledge
Understanding of Information Governance and Data Protection legislation
- Qualification and Knowledge
Understanding of the importance of data quality
Desirable
Not listed in the available specification.
Job overview
Are you passionate about turning data into meaningful insights that improve services and support better decision-making?
North West Ambulance Service is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Data Analyst to join our Data Insights & Intelligence team. In this role, you will develop and deliver reports, dashboards and analytical products using tools such as SQL, Excel and Power BI, helping stakeholders understand performance, identify trends and support service improvement. Working closely with colleagues across the Trust, you will contribute to data quality initiatives, support business planning activities, and play a key role in transforming data into actionable intelligence.
Main duties of the job
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong analytical skills, a keen eye for detail and a desire to develop their career within a forward-thinking NHS organisation committed to making a difference for patients, staff and communities.
Visa sponsorship is not possible for this role for either candidates or existing employees. This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for Skilled Worker/ Health and Care Worker visas as set out at gov.uk. Graduate visa holders should have no expectation of long-term employment through sponsorship. Additionally, your visa conditions and validity period must allow you to work in the role question and for a suitable period to allow training and execution without requiring sponsorship.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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This advert is for Data Analyst with North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust in Bolton, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Data analyst role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 PA. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 03 Aug 2026.
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